Application of Composite Material in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Due to the fact that they offer significant benefits, including weight reduction, fuel economy, safety, and design freedom, composite materials have become a leading enabler in automotive engineering development. From body parts to structural members, materials such as carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP), glass fiber reinforced polymers (GFRP), and natural fiber composites are extensively utilized in automotive components. The need for composites in reducing emissions of carbon and enhancing vehicle performance is also accentuated by the rising focus on electric vehicles (EVs) and green sustainability in the automotive sector. Despite the advantages, there are still barriers to the extensive application of composites to the automobile sector, such as their expensive manufacture, recycling difficulties, and complex fabrication processes. The current applications of composites in the automotive field, the related manufacturing processes, the challenges faced, and the future potential for the development of composite materials for automotive engineering are all analyzed in this research.